Definition

1. Noun:
   • A species of bird of prey: "Milvus migrans" is the scientific name for the black kite, a medium-sized raptor belonging to the family Accipitridae.
   • A scavenging kite: It is characterized by its dark plumage and is known for its opportunistic feeding habits, often consuming carrion (dead animal flesh).

Usage Examples

• Noun:
  • We observed a Milvus migrans soaring over the landfill. (We observed a black kite soaring over the landfill.)
  • The Milvus migrans is a common sight in many urban areas across its range. (The black kite is a common sight in many urban areas across its range.)
  • Ornithologists study the migration patterns of Milvus migrans. (Ornithologists study the migration patterns of the black kite.)

Advanced Usage

• In binomial nomenclature: The term "Milvus migrans" is used in scientific and academic contexts to precisely identify the species, distinguishing it from other kites like the red kite ().
  • The study focused on the genetic diversity within Milvus migrans populations.

Variants and Related Words

• Black kite: The common English name for .
• Milvus: The genus name, which includes other kite species.
• Kite (bird): The general common name for birds in the subfamily Milvinae.

Synonyms

• Black kite (common name)
• Dark kite (descriptive name)

Related Phrases

• Scavenging bird: A descriptive phrase for its feeding ecology.
• Old World kite: A phrase indicating its geographical distribution (Europe, Asia, Africa, Australia).

Noun

1. dark Old World kite feeding chiefly on carrion